The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Competitive Examination 2025-26. The advertisement (No. 01/2026) was published on 10th April, 2026, and the Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for 5th July, 2026 (Sunday). If you are an Assam government job aspirant, this is the notification you have been waiting for.
Read on for the complete breakdown — vacancies, eligibility, dates, exam pattern, fee, and how to apply.
APSC CCE 2025-26 Key-Points
| Detail | Information |
| Conducting Body | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025-26 |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Notification Date | 10th April, 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 78 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Apply At | https://apscrecruitment.in |
| Application Start Date | 13th April, 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Application Last Date | 3rd May, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 5th May, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Prelims Date (Tentative) | 5th July, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Main Exam Venue | Guwahati only |
Total Vacancies: 78 Posts Across 11 Services
| Sl. No. | Name of the Service/Post | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) | 45 |
| 2 | Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) | 6 |
| 3 | District Transport Officer | 3 |
| 4 | Superintendent of Excise | 1 |
| 5 | Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies | 2 |
| 6 | Assam Urban Administrative Service (EO. Jr. Gr. II) | 2 |
| 7 | Inspector of Labour | 5 |
| 8 | Inspector of Excise | 1 |
| 9 | Assistant Employment Officer | 8 |
| 10 | Sub-Registrar | 4 |
| 11 | Research Assistant (Border Protection & Development Deptt.) | 1 |
| Total | 78 |
Note: The number of vacancies may be revised by the Government and will be notified accordingly.
Important Dates of APSC CCE 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 10th April, 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 13th April, 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 3rd May, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 5th May, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Tentative Prelims Date | 5th July, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Main Exam Dates | To be notified later |
What Are The Eligibility Criteria?
(a) Nationality & Domicile
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Must be an original inhabitant of Assam
- Must be registered at a District Employment Office of Assam
- Must be able to speak Assamese or other official/associate/tribal languages of Assam
(b) Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 38 years
Age Relaxations:
- SC/STP/STH candidates: up to 43 years (5-year relaxation)
- OBC/MOBC candidates: up to 41 years (3-year relaxation)
- PwBD candidates: up to 10 years relaxation (irrespective of category)
Age will be calculated based on Matriculation/HSLC/HSSLC Admit Card or Pass Certificate/Marksheet only. No other document will be accepted.
(c) Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Degree from a recognized University — Central or State University, or an institution declared as Deemed University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee (CSC-SPV) | Total |
| General | ₹250 | ₹47.20 | ₹297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | ₹150 | ₹47.20 | ₹197.20 |
| SC/ST | Nil | ₹47.20 | ₹47.20 |
| BPL (All categories) | Nil | ₹47.20 | ₹47.20 |
| PwBD | Nil | ₹47.20 | ₹47.20 |
| Women (All categories) | Nil | ₹47.20 | ₹47.20 |
Women candidates are fully exempt from application fees as per APSC CCE Amendment Rules, 2019. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
How to Apply for APSC CCE 2025-26
Applications must be submitted online only via https://apscrecruitment.in. No other mode is valid.
Step-by-step guide:
- Visit https://apscrecruitment.in
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done — use a valid, active email address and mobile number
- Log in with your registered credentials
- Fill in the application form carefully — mandatory fields are marked with (*)
- Upload required documents in PDF format (max 4 MB, 200 dpi greyscale)
- Upload your recent photograph (50–200 KB, not older than 3 months) and signature (50–200 KB)
- Preview all entries using the Preview option before final submission
- Click Proceed to Pay and complete the fee payment
- Save the confirmation and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
No edits are permitted after final submission. Review everything carefully before clicking submit.
Documents Required
Upload the following in PDF format at the time of application:
- Age proof: Class 10/12 Pass Certificate, Admit Card, or Marksheet (with DOB clearly mentioned)
- Graduation/Degree Certificate with all semester/year marksheets (combined in a single PDF)
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate issued by the competent authority (if applicable)
- BPL Certificate (if applicable)
- Small Family Norms declaration — Form A
- Valid Employment Exchange Registration Card
- PRC/Caste Certificate (as proof of original inhabitant of Assam)
- Undertaking (for candidates already employed in Government Service/Public Enterprises)
Examination Pattern
Stage 1 — Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
The Prelims is a screening test only. Marks scored here are not counted in the final merit list.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration | Type |
| Paper-I | General Studies I | 200 | 2 Hours | MCQ |
| Paper-II* | General Studies II | 200 | 2 Hours | MCQ |
| Total | 400 |
*Paper-II is of a qualifying nature — minimum 33% marks required to pass.
Negative Marking Rules:
- 1/4th of the mark allotted to a question will be deducted for each wrong answer
- Marking more than one answer to a single question will be treated as a wrong answer
Stage 2 — Main Examination (Written + Interview)
Candidates shortlisted from the Prelims (11–12 times the number of vacancies per category) will be called for the Main Examination.
| Sl. No. | Paper | Type | Marks | Duration |
| 1 | Paper-1 | Essay | 250 | 3 Hours |
| 2 | Papers 2 to 6 | General Studies | 250 each | 3 Hours each |
| 3 | Interview/Personality Test | — | 180 | — |
| Total | 1680 |
- Answer papers can be written in English or Assamese
- Interview/Personality Test is called in a 1:3 ratio against vacancies
- Final ranking is based on the combined marks of the Written Examination + Interview
Exam Centres — Preliminary Examination
Another key point is that the Prelims will be conducted across multiple centres in Assam:
Amingaon, Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Biswanath Chariali, Dhemaji, Dhubri, Dibrugarh, Diphu, Goalpara, Golaghat, Guwahati, Haflong, Hailakandi, Hamren, Hatsingimari, Hojai, Jorhat, Kajalgaon, Kokrajhar, Majuli, Mangaldoi, Morigaon, Mushalpur, Nagaon, Nalbari, North Lakhimpur, Pathsala, Silchar, Sivasagar, Sonari, Sribhumi, Tamulpur, Tezpur, Tinsukia, and Udalguri.
However, the Main Examination will be held at the Guwahati Centre only. Hence, candidates cannot request a change of centre once allotted.
Pay Scale for Selected Posts
| Post | Pay Band | Grade Pay |
| Assam Civil Service (Jr. Grade) | PB-4: ₹30,000–1,10,000 | ₹13,300 |
| Assam Police Service (Jr. Grade) | PB-4: ₹30,000–1,10,000 | ₹13,300 |
| District Transport Officer | PB-4: ₹30,000–1,10,000 | ₹12,700 |
| Superintendent of Excise | PB-4: ₹30,000–1,10,000 | ₹12,700 |
| Asst. Registrar of Cooperative Societies | PB-4: ₹30,000–1,10,000 | ₹12,700 |
| Assam Urban Administrative Service (EO Jr. Gr. II) | PB-4: ₹30,000–1,10,000 | ₹12,700 |
| Inspector of Labour | PB-3: ₹22,000–97,000 | ₹9,400 |
| Inspector of Excise | PB-3: ₹22,000–97,000 | ₹9,400 |
| Assistant Employment Officer | PB-3: ₹22,000–97,000 | ₹9,400 |
| Sub-Registrar | PB-3: ₹22,000–97,000 | ₹9,400 |
| Research Assistant (Border Protection & Development Deptt.) | PB-3: ₹22,000–97,000 | ₹9,400 |
Helpline & Contact Information
| Purpose | Contact Details |
| Application/Form queries | cceapsc@gmail.com |
| Helpline number | 1800-572-23-43 (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, working days) |
| Payment queries (GRAS) | 1800-102-1686 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, working days) |
| APSC official website | www.apsc.nic.in |
Conclusion
The release of the APSC notification 2026 marks a crucial opportunity for aspirants aiming to secure a position in Assam’s civil services. With a well-defined selection process, a diverse range of posts, and a clear timeline leading up to the Preliminary Examination on 5 July 2026, this is the right moment to move from planning to execution.
Candidates should not only focus on completing the application process within the deadline but also begin structured preparation aligned with the demands of both Prelims and Mains. Consistency, clarity of concepts, and a strong grasp of Assam-specific topics will play a decisive role in this examination.
Given the level of competition, early preparation and a disciplined approach can make a significant difference. Refer to the official notification for accuracy, stay updated with current affairs, and approach each stage with a focused strategy.
The journey to Assam’s civil services begins here.
